The Extra Credit Awards (ECA) recognizes exceptional leaders and organizations using Hip Hop, technology, and social entrepreneurship to advance the education field. The ECA also honors the pioneers and champions of Hip Hop and the education field. The first Extra Credit Awards was held at…
HHEC is a member of the ‘Music Education Policy Roundtable’: a public policy coalition led by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) that advocates for a high-quality music education for all students. Mission and Core Values: The Music Education Policy Roundtable is a public…
HHEC cultivates problem solvers, education innovators, impact media producers, and social entrepreneurs to develop Hip Hop Education ideas and the next generation of leaders and storytellers. Through our Fellows and scholars program, we have supported over 100 projects and initiatives. Meet 0ur Fellows Jen Johnson,…
Through our Scholars Program, we work with Hip Hop pioneers and academics. HHEC supports research, historical documentation, and new pieces of work by scholars who amplify Hip Hop’s history, elements, and innovation. Our visiting scholar program supports international research, scholarship, and community programming projects. Visiting…
